Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019669

What type of oxides do metals generally form when combined with oxygen?

1

Acidic oxides

2

Alkaline oxides

3

Neutral oxides

4

Amphoteric oxides

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Alkaline oxides

Solution:

Metals typically form alkaline oxides when they react with oxygen. For example, magnesium oxide (MgO) is basic in nature.

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